Incheon Namdong-gu Provides Temporary Housing for At-Risk Families Using Abandoned Empty Houses

Namdong-gu, Incheon, has renovated long-abandoned vacant houses and provided them free of charge to vulnerable residents facing housing crises.

The district announced on the 3rd that two residents experiencing difficulties with livelihood and living conditions recently moved into two emergency temporary housing units in Namdong-gu. These units were created by refurbishing vacant houses that had been neglected for a long time, causing issues such as foul odors and leaks. The residency period is up to 6 months, extendable to a maximum of 1 year, and is provided free of charge.

Resident A is currently on the waiting list for rental housing, but the basement dwelling they live in has poor sanitary and living conditions, worsening their health. Resident B faces difficulties in caring for dependents, making it hard to maintain steady employment, and recently fell behind on monthly rent, making securing housing urgent.

Park Jong-hyo, Mayor of Namdong-gu, said, "This is the first case nationwide of renovating vacant houses to provide free housing to residents in crisis. We will continue to focus on vacant house renovation projects as they help solve social issues related to vacant houses and support vulnerable housing groups."

Meanwhile, inquiries about eligibility for emergency temporary housing can be made at the nearest community service center or the district office’s multi-family housing and housing welfare team.

Incheon Namdong-gu Office

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